{"product_id":"st-francis-of-assisi-reliquary-w-coa-1889-sealed-theca","title":"St Francis of Assisi Reliquary w\/ COA 1889 Sealed Theca","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSt Francis of Assisi Reliquary w\/ COA 1889 Sealed Theca\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Catholic reliquary of Saint Francis of Assisi (Sancti Francisci Assisiensis), one of the most beloved saints in Christian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reliquary is labeled “S. Francisci As. C.” and consists of a fragment, preserved within an ornate antique gilt metal theca with glass front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reliquary features a classic baroque-style design and retains its original devotional arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is secured with original red silk threads and intact ecclesiastical wax seal, confirming the reliquary has not been opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reliquary is accompanied by its original authenticity document (COA) issued in 1889 in Crema, signed and sealed by church authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Francis of Assisi (1181–1226)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most revered figures in Christianity, known for his life of humility, poverty, and deep love for all creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is the patron saint of animals, nature, peace, and simplicity, and is widely venerated across the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Saint: St Francis of Assisi (Confessor)\u003cbr\u003e • Theca: gilt metal, ornate baroque frame with glass\u003cbr\u003e • Seal: intact wax seal with original threads\u003cbr\u003e • Document: original COA, dated 1889 (Crema)\u003cbr\u003e • Size: approx. 3–3.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e • Condition: very good antique condition with minor age wear\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sacra Relics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58591503024463,"sku":null,"price":520.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/5556\/3855\/files\/photo_2026-03-29_16-42-36_3.jpg?v=1787918668","url":"https:\/\/sacrarelics.com\/products\/st-francis-of-assisi-reliquary-w-coa-1889-sealed-theca","provider":"Sacra Relics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}